Description
These Mint Chocolate Chip Rice Krispie Treats are an irresistible dessert featuring rice krispies, mint flavor, and chocolate chips. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any sweet occasion!
Ingredients
- rice krispies cereal – 4 ⅔ cups
- salted butter – 4 tablespoons
- marshmallows – 10 ounces
- peppermint extract – 1 teaspoon
- green food coloring – 10 drops
- mini chocolate chips – ¾ cup
Instructions
- Grease a large mixing bowl with butter or cooking spray and add Rice Krispies.
- Melt butter in a medium-large saucepan over low heat.
- Add marshmallows and stir to coat.
- Heat until 3/4 melted, then remove from heat and stir until smooth.
- Stir in peppermint extract and green food coloring.
- Pour marshmallow mixture over cereal and toss to coat.
- Let cool for 5-8 minutes until cool to the touch.
- Fold in chocolate chips (reserving 3 tablespoons for the top).
- Spread into a buttered 8-inch pan.
- Top with reserved chips and press down gently.
- Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes before slicing into 16 squares.
Notes
For best results, ensure the marshmallow mixture is fully melted for a uniform texture.
You can adjust the amount of peppermint extract to suit your taste preference.
Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg